Facilities Specialist 2

Bend Park and Recreation•Bend, OR

1d•$26 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Specialist 2 is responsible for assisting the Facilities Supervisor by leading projects and/or staff and performing skilled facility maintenance and construction trades on work assignments and projects. The Facilities Specialist 2 is the journey level in the Facilities Specialist classification and can provide journey level trade work in a variety of technical fields. The Facilities Specialist 2 is distinguished from the Facilities Specialist 1 by performing journey level trade work, overseeing contractors on large and complex projects, and working independently.

Requirements

Strong Knowledge of: Principles, practices and methods used in building; Basic construction materials and principles; Best practices of maintenance management; and Maintenance and safe operation of powered equipment and hand tools.
Skill and Ability to: Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person to successfully complete assigned projects; Strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills; Accurately calculate and apply mathematical formulas; Proficiently operate standard office equipment including computers and basic computer programs; Demonstrate independent judgment, initiative and work independently; Effectively direct and motivate staff including plan and direct activities of subordinate employees; Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and respectful working relationships with all contacts; and Read and interpret construction drawings.
High school diploma or equivalent; two years of trade or technical school preferred; AND Four (4) years of experience in park services, public works, or related field with emphasis on facility maintenance and/or specialized construction trade; some aquatics or recreation facility experience preferred OR Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.
Possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy.
Some positions may require certification relevant to facilities and/or construction.

Nice To Haves

some aquatics or recreation facility experience preferred

Responsibilities

Constructs, remodels, and maintains park facilities.
Responsible for construction projects including carpentry, plumbing, office furniture, fixtures, playground inspections and repairs, lock sets and hardware, key program, hard surfaces, lavatories, concrete, painting, roofing, doors, windows, masonry, and appliances.
Monitors and repairs pool equipment including: controllers, water filtration, chemistry, pumps, motors, and heat exchangers.
Conducts park and facility inspections. Assesses repair and new construction needs.
HVAC system monitoring, preventative maintenance and repairs.
Minor electrical work including ballasts, lamp replacement and switches.
Coordinates, plans, assigns, and reviews the work of employees assigned to project.
Participates in and directs the work of crews while in progress; provides guidance and training in procedures and techniques as needed to ensure quality and quantity of work meets standards.
Obtains required building permits and inspections as needed for each job assignment.
Documents field changes to blueprints during construction.
Identifies and purchases materials for job assignments.
Provides assistance and guidance to public park users as needed.
Maintains equipment and keeps in clean and safe condition; operates equipment safely and with care at all times.
Identifies safety-related issues and ensures that safe conditions prevail in all park facilities.
Reads, interprets, and advises on the preparation of construction drawings.
Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
Performs other duties as assigned.